Andy O'Malley, an autistic boy from Gortawarla attended Cuilmore National School for a number of years because at the time (1970-1974) there was no suitable service for him west of the Shannon. He was warmly welcomed by Mrs. Coughlan, principal teacher and he was always very well treated and accepted by all the children in the school. His family deeply appreciate the kindness shown to Andy by the people of Cuilmore.
Andy is 31 years old now and receives a very good service from Western Care. He lives in Newport and returns home every weekend.